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What Happens When You Take Vitamin C and D Together?
Verywell Health • • health
Key Points:
- Vitamins C and D are essential for immune system support, working through different mechanisms to fight infections, reduce inflammation, and strengthen physical barriers against germs, potentially helping to curb virus transmission like COVID-19.
- These vitamins contribute to stronger bones by increasing bone mass and reducing fracture risk, with a synergistic effect on bone health through boosting osteocalcin levels.
- Vitamins C and D aid wound healing, with vitamin D enhancing infection resistance and vitamin C promoting collagen production and reducing inflammation for skin repair.
- Supplementation with vitamins C and D may improve digestive health by reducing gastrointestinal problems, though more research is needed to isolate their specific effects.
- For people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), taking vitamins C and D may improve survival rates and
